About the Department

The Department of Mass Communications and Digital Technology is part of the School of Humanities, Arts and Sciences. Students learn the structure, purposes and procedures found in the field of Mass Communications. Special attention is given to
theoretical foundations, hands-on application, experiential learning and developing new social media environment skills. The Bachelor of Mass Communication degree is designed for students to gain a solid background in the structure, purposes and procedures found in the field of Mass Communications. Special attention is given to theoretical foundations, hands-on application, experiential learning
and developing new social media environment skills. Students will gain valuable skills and knowledge in the reporting, media writing, television and video production, broadcasting and media law.

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